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Census Bureau: 4% of people in Oldham County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau

Of the 67,586 citizens living in Oldham County in 2021, 96% said they were only one race, while 4% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Oldham County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 89.5% or 60,478 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 3.8% and totaled 2,543 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Oldham County is 0.5% higher than the state average, which stands at 3.5%.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Oldham County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Oldham County
White [89.5%]Ethnicities < 5% [10.5%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Oldham County
Estimated Total
White60,478
Multiracial2,733
African American2,543
Asian1,162
Some Other Race526
American Indian or Alaska Native139
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander5
Source: US Census Bureau